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THE REVIEW
The Sum 41 return to the scene with a third album, "Does This Look Infected?", following "Half Hour Of Power" and "All Killer No Filler", continuing to distinguish themselves with their fast-paced punk rock, significantly evolved since their debut.
Overall, this album is very satisfying, featuring energetic and catchy tracks, including "Over My Head" and "Still Waiting", which I consider the best, but also "No Brains", "Hyper-Insomnia", "Mr.Amsterdam", and "Thanks For Nothing". It dips a bit in quality with "Asshole", twenty seconds of chords and screams... Also "Hooch" isn't great, too monotonous and confusing. Despite these two songs, the rest of the album is excellent and varied. This result is also achieved thanks to the chemistry between the two guitars and the variability of the drums, in fact, I think the drummer is the most valuable component of the band.
I wrote this review to counter the general opinion of Sum 41, considered the typical preppy pseudo-punk band, while the themes of their songs are very serious and full of meaning (just remember Still Waiting and Over My Head). I recommend this record to all fans of modern punk rock and I look forward to your suggestions, your comments, and your criticisms...
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Sum 41's third album, Does This Look Infected?, showcases the band's growth with energetic and catchy punk rock tracks. Highlights include 'Still Waiting' and 'Over My Head'. Despite a couple of weaker songs, the album reflects strong chemistry among band members, especially praising the drummer. The reviewer counters misconceptions about the band, emphasizing the serious themes in their music.Tracklist Lyrics Videos
Sum 41
Sum 41 is a Canadian rock band associated with pop punk and punk rock, formed in 1996 in Ajax, Ontario. Reviews highlight their early pop-punk success and a notable heavier shift culminating in the album “Chuck,” followed by more divisive later-era releases.18 Reviews
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By Gallagher87
It sounds like listening to the same song repeated several times with different keys.
I do not recommend spending money on this LP; maybe borrow it or ask Emule for help.
By El Kor
The Hell Song, where guitar riffs paired with a phenomenal chorus have a simply grand effect.
Forty minutes of Power, to stay on theme.
